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Richard Affinito Obituary

Affinito, Richard Dominick Age 71. Loving father of Vicki Affinito; Cherished brother of JoAnn Affinito; Grandfather of Dina, Bella and Jasmine; Beloved son of the late Joe and Ann (nee Vaia) Affinito; Proud nephew and cousin of many. Retired plumber and proud member of Union Local 130. My big brother, my friend, I watched you Doo Wop in the basement and on the corner of California and Polk; so happy like a dove. Now sing again for us from way up above. We watched out for you in your last few days, now you protect us and show us the way. Papa and Grandma are waiting, and Auntie Jo and all the others who ran the show. Your glory and light has arrived after you fought a hard fight. Rest in peace my Daddy, I Love You, T.W.W.W. Visitation Thursday, January 24th from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Funeral Friday 9:00 a.m., from the funeral home, and will proceed to St. Celestine Church, Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Funeral Info: 708-456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 23, 2013.

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Debra blasco

January 17, 2022

Vicki - I am so sorry. I would love to reconnect with it . 847-609-7604 . Again I am so so sorry .

Debra Blasco 847-609-7604

August 14, 2021

I am so sorry about your dad . I was trying to see if I could find your number and I saw the notice

January 31, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your
time of grief. May your memories bring you
comfort.

The staff of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care

Mary Lipka

January 25, 2013

Vicki and family - I have been thinking of your Dad all week. He was amazing and his world revolved around Vicki that was for sure! My siblings also send thoughts and prayers and have been talking about how glad they are to have met him. Jake and Emma will always have memories of your Dad and Grandpa for years to come. Hoping you all find peace in your memories. Love you- Mary Lipka and family

January 25, 2013

Vicki,

I'm very sorry for the loss of your father. You're in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.

Beth Czuprynski

Harald A

January 24, 2013

Dear Vickie!
My thoughts are with you and your family in this very trying and difficult time!
Sincerely

Nicholas Soverino JR

January 24, 2013

I did not know you for long but you were wonderful man.

john bojan

January 24, 2013

God Bless you . I met Rich at Kelly High School ,he was one of the best on the wrestling and swim teams. that was back in 1959, I went in to the Air Force and did not see him for about 30 years. I also am a proud member of L/U/130 retired . May he rest in peace. John Bojan

Tommy Giacobbe

January 24, 2013

I will remember my dear friend Richie as the great baritone voice, of the singing group "Tommy and the Trends" with the best spit shine shoes there ever was.I could write a book of all the experiences we shared of our life together in the old neighborhood. I will miss our long binding relationship that we shared. Alot of great times in our later life were spent at Marty's." There's a Moon Out Tonight" as your star shines bright.
Your special friend, Tommy

January 24, 2013

Vicki, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Toni Schavocky

Christina Soverino

January 24, 2013

Vicki~ Please know you are and have been in my thoughts & prayers. I can only imagine how you are feeling and what difficulty the days ahead may bring. Your Dad leaves us all with many, many great memories of a long happy life. He is now at peace and in company of all he loved who left before him. And when I think of all of them together I can only smile. Find in God the strength & support you need and may He bless you & your family.
All my love,
Cousin Chrissy

Lourdes & Juliet

January 24, 2013

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May the sorrow you feel in your heart lighten by the love that surrounds you.

Cousin Donna.

January 23, 2013

I will miss my cousin more than I can say. Vicki, I know how you feel and I am praying for you. He is with Auntie Anna and Uncle Joe, my Gram and my Mom. He is not suffering, he is living eternal life and we will be together again one day. I am so proud of you. Your Dad was one of a kind...he was my brother as well as my cousin. I had the pleasure of working and seeing him daily for many years and I will treasure that. I have so many memeories going through my mind, ones that will never be forgotten.

GIACOBBE

January 23, 2013

GOING TO MISS MY FRIEND RICHIE. WILL MISS THE PHONE CALLS & GOING BY MARTYS.
HAD A LOT OF GOOD TIMES.
CORKY

January 23, 2013

I remember the Affinito clan from Flournoy street, Rocky (Rocky the drummer) was one I knew well and Clem the banjo player. God bless you and your family, may the holy spirit of God strengthen you during the coming days. Joey DiSantis (old address 3035 flournoy st.) (new address 567 Autumn Hill, Bidwell Ohio 45614)

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

January 23, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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